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Smiley News Will Be at the Social Society & Friends Festival 2025!

07:00, 03 September 2025

Words by Cheyanne Bryan, Editorial and Campaign Marketing Executive, London

This September, we’re heading to The Social Society & Friends 2025 Festival – a one-day event for good people doing good things or those wanting to learn more!

📅 19th September 2025, 10am to 6pm
📍 Crockstead Fields, East Sussex

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the East Sussex countryside, the festival is a joyful celebration of community, connection, and collective impact. Expect campfire conversations, live music, wellness workshops, and hands-on ways to support local charities. 

We’ll be there on the day, capturing the stories, listening to charities, and changemakers shaping this incredible gathering. From grassroots organisers to social entrepreneurs, it’s a space where purpose-driven people come together to collaborate, to share, and to take action.

The Social Society Festival

Charities Skills Hackathon

One of the highlights of the day will be the Charities Skills Hackathon – a rapid-fire support session offering practical help to purpose-led organisations. A max of 12 charities to work together to provide hands-on expertise in areas like comms, design, digital, strategy, and more.

Are you a charity looking for support? Apply now to take part in the Hackathon → https://iqhgzhwm5i4.typeform.com/to/NgdFsHo9

Tickets & Accessibility

General admission tickets are still available – and importantly, free tickets are offered to those on low incomes, ensuring this event is truly inclusive.

The festival team is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible environment for everyone. Here’s what else they have in place:

  • Scent-mapped navigation using nature-based scents to support spatial orientation
  • Braille menus and materials for blind and partially sighted attendees
  • British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation at all main sessions
  • A range of sensory-friendly spaces, including:
    • Quiet spaces for calm and rest
    • Soft spaces for comfort and regulation
    • Brave spaces for open, supportive conversation

 Book your ticket here → https://luma.com/y4kznqqe

For more information about the day, contact Toni at [email protected] and let her know that we sent you. 😉

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